In 2024, the UK's greenhouse gas emissions experienced a significant drop of 3.6%, reaching levels not seen since 1872. This decline has been largely attributed to the historic fall in coal usage, facilitated by the closure of the last coal-fired power station and a notable decrease in coal demand overall. Carbon Brief highlights that emissions are now even lower than during the COVID-19 pandemic and have steadily declined over the last three years, marking an important milestone in the UK's commitment to reducing carbon output and combating climate change.
The UK's greenhouse gas emissions fell by 3.6% in 2024, reaching their lowest levels since 1872, driven by a significant reduction in coal use.
Experts attribute the emission drop to the closure of the last coal-fired power station and one of the last blast furnaces in the UK.
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